bell work en · NOUN
Etymology
From bell + work. In most schools, a bell rings to signify the beginning of class.
Meanings
- (uncountable) A small quantity of schoolwork, with instructions posted or announced at or before the start of class, so that students commence working on it as soon as the class period has begun.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| bellwork | alternative | lexicographic |